4 – Interior, Doors, Windows
4.3.1 – Floors

Floors 1

CARPET STAINS

The carpet was stained in areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

4.4.1 – Doors
NOT CLOSING TIGHT
PRIMARY BEDROOM CLOSET

The door needs a strike plate adjustment to close tightly.

4.5.1 – Windows
DIFFICULT TO OPEN/CLOSE
BEDROOMS

A window had a sash that was difficult to slide or operate to get opened/closed.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

4.7.1 – Electrical Fixtures & Switches

Electrical Fixtures & Switches 1

FAN DEAD REMOTE

The ceiling fan did not respond to any switches or the available remote.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

4.7.2 – Electrical Fixtures & Switches

Electrical Fixtures & Switches 1

FAN NOT WORKING

The ceiling fan did not work. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 5 – Exterior – Condo/Townhome
5.1.1 – Exterior Doors
NOT LATCHING SECURELY
FRONT

An entry door was not latching securely or not latching without the use of a deadbolt.

A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as needed.

 7 – Laundry
7.9.1 – Electrical Outlets

Electrical Outlets 1

GFCI PROTECTION IS NOT PRESENT

An outlet did not provide Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection. Although GFCI protection of circuits may not have been required at the time in which this home was built, safe building practices have improved with the passage of time and building standards have changed to reflect current understanding. The inspector recommends updating the existing electrical circuits to include GFCI protection. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

7.11.1 – Dryer Vent Piping
Dryer Vent Piping 1
KINKED/DAMAGED

A dyer vent connection was installed in the laundry area. The dryer vent was kinked and/or damaged at the back of the dryer.  The inspector recommends repairing or replacing the dryer vent to prevent restricting dryer exhaust air flow, the restriction of which can result in lint accumulation or vent blockage which can cause the dryer to overheat; a potential fire hazard and a condition that will shorten the dryers life span. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 8 – Bathroom
8.2.1 – Doors
NOT LATCHING SECURELY
PRIMARY BATHROOM

An interior door did not latch properly. This may be that it was not shimmed properly at the jamb (too wide) or the strike plate was not in the correct position.

A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

8.12.1 – Plumbing Fixtures
LEAK – SHOWER HEAD
PRIMARY BATHROOM

There was a leak at the shower head connection at the time of inspection. Recommend a qualified contractor to evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

8.13.1 – Toilets

Toilets 1

FLUSH-HOLD LEVER DOWN

The toilet won’t flush unless the lever is held down briefly.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 12 – Heating
12.1.1 – Heating System Information
SERVICING RECOMMENDED

Based on the age of the heating system it is recommended that it be cleaned and serviced and certified (if possible) by an HVAC professional.

12.1.2 – Heating System Information
BEYOND TYPICAL LIFE EXPECTANCY

Due to the year of manufacture, the heating system is assumed to be near the end of its expected service life. Regular maintenance and monitoring of its condition are recommended. Budgeting for repairs and future replacement is recommended. A qualified contractor should evaluate to clean, service/repair/replace as necessary, and certify the unit if possible.  InterNACHI’s Standard Estimated Life Expectancy Chart for Homes

12.4.1 – Shut-Off Switch
Shut-Off Switch 1
SERVICE SHUT-OFF SWITCH NOT PRESENT

The HVAC electrical service shut-off switch for the heating system was not present. A disconnect is required unless the heating system is within line of sight of the main electrical panel.  A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair/replace as necessary.

12.6.1 – Cabinet
Cabinet 1
CORRODED, RUSTED

The heating system cabinet was corroded, rusted, or damaged in some areas. A qualified contractor should evaluate and repair or replace as necessary.

 13 – Cooling
13.1.1 – Cooling System Information
BEYOND TYPICAL LIFE EXPECTANCY

Due to the year of manufacture, the cooling system is assumed to be near the end of its expected service life. Regular maintenance and monitoring of its condition are recommended. Budgeting for repairs and future replacement is recommended. A qualified contractor should evaluate to clean, service/repair/replace as necessary, and certify the unit if possible.  InterNACHI’s Standard Estimated Life Expectancy Chart for Homes

13.1.2 – Cooling System Information
SERVICING RECOMMENDED

Based on the age of the cooling system it is recommended that it be cleaned and serviced and certified (if possible) by an HVAC professional.

 14 – Central Water Heating
14.1.1 – Water Temperature
Water Temperature 1
WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH

The water temperature was higher than the acceptable range of 120-130 degrees. Recommend adjusting the water heater thermostat.